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College of Education and Human Development

Phone: 703-993-2010

Web: cehd.gmu.edu

School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism

Division of Undergraduate Studies in Education (USIE)

Graduate School of Education

Administration

Jeffrey Gorrell, Dean

Martin E. Ford, Senior Associate Dean

Ellen B. Drogin Rodgers, Associate Dean, Teaching and Academic Affairs

Joan P. Isenberg, Associate Dean, Outreach and Program Development

Jeannine Tate, Director, Field Relations

David K. Wiggins, Director, School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism

The College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) comprises the School of Recreation, Health, and Tourism (RHT), the Division of Undergraduate Studies in Education (USIE), and the Graduate School of Education (GSE). Together, we are committed to excellence, innovation, and collaboration in research and the preparation of professionals for the highest levels of practice and service in diverse schools, organizations, and communities.

CEHD provides leadership in transforming schools, organizations, and communities through research, teaching, and collaboration. CEHD faculty members prepare scholars and practitioners through multidisciplinary programs of study that facilitate the understanding, integration, and application of knowledge. Through research activities, faculty and students expand and refine the knowledge base for teaching and
learning. In response to the richness and complexity of a pluralistic society, CEHD infuses diversity into academic programs and research. The faculty develops and supports knowledgeable, caring, and reflective professionals who facilitate excellence and equity for all learners. CEHD students and faculty demonstrate their growth and development in ways meaningful to their communities and professional organizations. Innovative programs and the integration of technology provide opportunities for students to develop, examine, evaluate, and practice professional knowledge, skills, and dispositions.

Professional Teacher Licensure

CEHD is responsible for professional courses, special
standards, and licensure recommendations for students
desiring to complete requirements for licensure programs
approved by the state and the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education to prepare teachers, administrators, counselors, and related instructional personnel.

Initial teacher licensure at the undergraduate level in dance education, music education, physical education and secondary education English is offered through the major program's unit (College of Visual and Performing Arts, RHT, and the Division of Undergraduate Studies in Education). Initial teacher licensure at the graduate level is provided within the following master's programs: art education (College of Visual and Performing Arts), early childhood education (UTEEM), elementary education, English as a second language, foreign language, and secondary education. The Special Education Program offers initial teacher licensure exclusively through graduate certificates that include early childhood special education, emotional disturbance and learning disabilities, emotional disturbance/learning disabilities/mental retardation, mental retardation, and severe disabilities.

For more information and dates and times of Think You Want to Be a Teacher? information sessions, call 703-993-2010 or go to gse.gmu.edu. Praxis exam pass rates for those who complete Mason's teacher education program are also available on the web site.